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AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT AutomaticvsVaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic
AVI-8Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic
MSRP $365
C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic40mm
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Power Reserve
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic40h
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic50m
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
MSRP
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic$365
C5 Recon Field Solar$329

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Thickness
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH34
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$365
$329

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What people say

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AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic for its robust build quality, intricate three-timezone function, and crisp dial texture. The watch is noted for its wearable 41mm case size and 48.5mm lug-to-lug, with an internally positioned GMT complication that maintains a clean dial appearance. Some owners report the stock leather strap feels cheap and limits strap changing options. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic highly for its solid finishing and value, particularly highlighting the dial's depth and texture.

Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its robust build, bright C3 SuperLuminova lume, and solar charging capabilities, with one owner preferring its greater water resistance. Some owners report issues with hand alignment and second hand accuracy, though Vaer's customer service is noted for responsiveness with exchanges or refunds. One owner mentioned spring bar holes being close to the edge, a point of QC discussion. On balance, owners appreciate the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its solar charging and robust build, despite occasional reports of minor alignment issues.

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